Curly Fro Semi Fail

Since moving to New York I've been trying to figure out hair styles that keep me from walking out of the house with wet hair. The other day I tried this Curly Fro with a modified technique. It came out ok. Pleaser watch the tutorial below and below the video I'll explain what I would have done differently. 

Modifications:

1. Make smaller sections or keep in a day longer
2. Section hair into 3 sections instead of 2
3. Comb the ends of my hair

Verdict: I will definitely try this style again. Also I loved my hair the 5th day. 

COW Moment: Layering Necklaces

Layering Necklaces are my COW (Currently Obsessed With) this month. This will be a new posting on my blog about things that I'm clearly Currently Obsessed With each month.  This month it's these layering necklaces from Forever 21.  The other day my cousin contacted me about uping her jewelry game. So of course I went right to work online and finding her some amazing pieces. While searching I came across these sets, which would instantly take any outfit to the next level. Layering necklaces are so in right now and sometimes its hard to find individual pieces that are the right lengths. All of these sets are less than $25, so you can afford to get a few and mix and match them even more.  Which one is your favorite? 1 Geo Necklace Set | 2 Faux Gem Necklace Set | 3 Etched Teardrop Necklace Set | 4 Stackable Rhinstone Necklace Set | 5 Stackable Rhinestone Embellished Necklace | 6 Bar Pendant Necklace Set 

Agadir Argan Oil Giveaway

Happy Monday!!! I'm so excited about my ver FIRST giveaway. I was gifted this Agadir Argan Oil Hair Care set by FYI PR, and I thought why not gift it to one of my lucky readers as a way to kick off the New Year. This styling kit can take you from Wash n Go, to twist out, protective styling or even straight hair. This giveaway ends Feb 1st at midnight. 
This set includes: Daily Volumizing Shampoo - 12.4 oz Daily Volumizing Conditioner - 12.4 oz 2 Hair Treatments - 2.25 oz and 4 oz Spritz Styling and Finishing Spray - 2 oz Volumzing Hair Spray - 1.5 oz Volumizing Styling and Sculpting Gel
The set retails for over $75. 
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Out in NYC with Flips Headphones

Outfit Details: Sweater H&M | Vest INC | Coat H&M | Shorts Levis | Tights Kushyfoot | Thigh High Socks Forever21 | Over the Knee Boots Report | Earrings Melody Ehsani | Bracelets Urban Outfitters, YSL, Anarchy Street | Watch Diesel | Infinity Scarf azul by Moussy | Necklaces SusiD, Dogeared, Sparklepop

Right before I left for my Christmas in DC I received a package from FYI PR. The package included a pair of Flips Audio Headphones. I was so excited to try these out, I originally saw them at fashion week in September and thought "How Cool." The headphones flip out and become speakers. You can turn your party for one into a party for many with the flip of the earpieces. I used them the other night with my friends and we had an impromptu oldies/ back in the day/ reggae dance party.  The headphones do require to be charged up to remain in speaker mode. I charged mine when I first got them and haven't charged them since. I use them almost everyday but mainly in regular headphone mode. They also come with a 90 day warranty. 

What I love about these headphones is the sound quality is great, I usually have the music on a low to medium volume, as I don't want to miss my stop off the train. They double as earmuffs. It is so cold and windy here now these have saved my life. As I stated before I have really sensitive ears and that goes for the inside as well. Any cold air that gets in my ears, it's just super painful. So these protect my ears without being sound proof when I'm not playing music. 

I don't like the fact that when I take them off sometimes, and my music is still playing, my ear pieces flip out. Now everyone is staring at me like why is she blasting her music. So I wish there was maybe a lock mode for the ear pieces. I thought these would be a problem to wear with my afro but the strap actually pushes my hair back without causing tension. They did take some getting used to as I have really sensitive ears and have never had anything on my ears like this ever, headphones, earmuff, nothing. I would suggest not wearing earrings with them.

All in all I'm really glad I got these. I would have never bought them for myself and now I can't be without them. Thanks again FYI PR. Do you have these headphones? If so,  how do you like them?

Flips gets a 9 out of 10. 

Videography - Jean Paul Dia | Music - Andrea - Work the Middle

*All opinions are my own and are my honest feelings toward the product. 

Flopz Luxury Flip Flops

While in NY I'm dreaming of a warmer climate. These flopZ luxury flip flops came just in time from a lovely ladies at Charmed PR to help my vision become a little clearer. 

flopZ is a brand new line of upscale luminescent flip flops with a unique gel insole that treats your feet to a soothing massage sensation while you walk.  

Their debut, the Coral Collection, is inspired by the vibrant and majestic colors found in exotic coral reefs and oceans around the world.  

Comprised of eight dynamic designs--each with two strap options including classic clear, pure white, eye-catching glitter and vibrant pops of color--flopZ embodies thoughtful design and innovation using high-quality materials. 

My gift came with a pair of Large flopZ, carry case and postcard showcasing all the design options. My initial thought when I received them was they were a bit harder than I thought they would be. But after trying them on I realized for the gel to massage my feet, it would have to be hard. I love how the massaging beads on the sole resemble water drops.  I received a pair in X-Large and should have gotten an XX-Large. They run more like a 9 1/2 instead of a 10. I did wish I had chosen another color, only because my previous experience of wearing white flip flops they get SO dirty. But if you're only wearing them in the spa you should be fine. 

I would give flopZ  a 8 out of 10. I would have the option to go up a size but a woman who is a size 12 would not be able to. But with the right size I could see me wearing sporting these in the Bahamas or on some island. What's your vacation footwear consist of?